Spend your next friend get-together or date night in our ceramics lab by giving it a spin! Our open lab hours will allow you to try out work on the wheel.
Join our Engagement Guides as they take a small group through our North campus exhibition spaces and a stroll through our outdoor Garden, and Sculpture Trail. Our Engagement Guides are trained to encourage individual interpretation of our contemporary art exhibitions. New to art? Just bring an open mind (plus closed-toe shoes for safety and comfort...
Beginning Saturday, March 1, join us in Encinitas for even more ways to interact with contemporary art! Weekly Wellness Saturdays at ICA North expands on our 2025-2026 exhibition season theme, On Healing. The exhibitions are part of a year-long exploration of the ways artists address the various socio-cultural wounds revealed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Similarly,...
Date: Sunday, February 23, 11am-2pm Tuition: $75; members: $67.50 using discount code ICAMEMBERSAVE Join us for a unique Clay and Mindfulness wheel throwing class, where creativity meets tranquility! This engaging session combines the art of pottery with mindfulness practices to help you connect with yourself and your surroundings. Throughout the class, you will learn the fundamentals of...
Ages 16 and up. Skills Learn to use the wheel, how to throw, center clay, and alter shapes. Sunday, Sunday, February 14, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm Location ICA North/Encinitas Campus 1578 S. El Camino Real, Encinitas 92024 Tuition $50 per person, additional $20 for trim plus choice of glaze and firing If you'd like...
Sculpture: The Animal Figure (Jan 25-Mar 10, 5:30-8:30pm) Class Schedule Mondays, 5:30pm – 8:30pm* Six-Week Session January 25, February 3, 24, March 3, 10 Teaching Artist Suzanne Lussier Description Unleash your creativity in our “Sculpture: The Animal Figure” ceramics class! In this specialized workshop, you’ll learn to sculpt lifelike and imaginative animal figures using clay....
Light up your creativity in our Tea Light Holder Ceramics Workshop! In this cozy and fun-filled session, you’ll learn to craft beautiful, personalized tea light holders from clay, perfect for adding a warm glow to any space.
All Levels Wheel Throwing (Jan 25-Mar 1, 11am-2pm) Class Schedule Saturdays, 11am – 2pm Six-Week Session January 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22, March 1 Teaching Artist Max Anderson Description With a main focus on functional pottery, beginner students will learn how to use the equipment in the studio and how to use the wheel...
Whether you’re a beginner looking to demystify camera settings, or an experienced photographer building your portfolio, take your skills to a new level in Foundations of Digital Photography! This hands-on class covers essential skills, including camera settings, exposure, focus, and composition. Learn how to confidently use your camera in both manual and automatic modes while discovering the fundamentals of lighting and framing that bring images to life.
Youth Ceramics (Jan 22-Feb 26, 3:30-5pm) Class Schedule Wednesdays, 3:30pm – 5:00pm Six-Week Session January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26 Teaching Artist Yuso Lee Ages 8-12 Description Children ages 8-12 will have the opportunity to explore how to shape clay as a creative medium. They will learn wheel throwing and hand-building techniques as well as...
Beginner and Intermediate Wheel Throwing (Jan 22-Feb 26, 5:30-8:30pm) Class Schedule Wednesdays, 5:30pm – 8:30pm Six-Week Session January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26 Teaching Artist Aeriel French Description In this class designed for beginner to intermediate students, participants will learn step-by-step the fundamentals of wheel throwing, trimming and glazing. It’s the perfect class...
Teen Wheel Thowing (Jan 21-Feb 25, 4-6pm) Class Schedule Tuesdays, 4pm – 6pm Six-Week Session January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25 Teaching Artist Megan Walker Ages 13-17 Description In this six week class students ages 13-17 will begin by learning the basics, focusing on 3 essential steps of the throwing process: centering, opening, and pulling....
Please join us at ICA San Diego / North on Saturday, January 18 for the opening of Ethan Chan & David Peña: Heavy as Ghosts. This free art event in San Diego is part of ICA's commitment to reduce barriers to contemporary art in our community. 4 PM - 6:30 PM | All-Ages Art Making ...
Join us today Tuesday til Friday (Jan. 14 - 17), 9am-5pm. WiFi and power strips available, as well as coffee provided by Pannikin Coffee & Tea. We also offer lots of free parking onsite.
The Institute of Contemporary Art San Diego would like to express our sympathy for all of those affected by the fires in the Los Angeles area. As an organization committed to building a vibrant community through the transformational power of art, we would like to offer our North campus in Encinitas as a donation drop-off site for needed items as requested by organizations on the ground in Los Angeles. We’ll be back with an update soon to share more details.
Join exhibiting artist, Manuel Alejandro Rodríguez-Delgado as he takes a small group through his exhibition, Futuros Itinerantes at our North campus. Sunday Tours begin at 12:30pm in the Lower Pavilion (1578 S. El Camino Real). Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in. Choose your Sunday tour in Encinitas below! RSVP
Give it a Spin! 1-Day Wheel Throwing Workshop (1 day, Dec 1) Date: Sunday, December 1, 4:00pm – 6:00pm Tuition: $30 per person, additional $20 for trim plus choice of glaze and firing Spend your next friend get-together or date night in our ceramics lab by giving it a spin! Our open lab hours will allow you...
Mug Hand-Building 2-Day Workshop (2 days, Nov 17 & 24) Date: Sundays, November 17 & 24, 3:30pm – 6:30pm Craft your very own custom mug from scratch! Perfect for all skill levels, under the guidance of our skilled instructors, you’ll design, shape, and personalize your unique mug, making it truly one-of-a-kind. All materials are provided, and...
Mug Hand-Building 2-Day Workshop (2 days, Nov 17 & 24) Date: Sundays, November 17 & 24, 3:30pm – 6:30pm Craft your very own custom mug from scratch! Perfect for all skill levels, under the guidance of our skilled instructors, you’ll design, shape, and personalize your unique mug, making it truly one-of-a-kind. All materials are provided, and...
Teen Wheel Throwing (6 week, Oct 9 - Nov 13) Class Schedule Wednesdays, 4:00pm – 6:00pm Six-Week Session October 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13 Teaching Artist Atlas Pante Description In this six week class students ages 13-17 will begin by learning the basics, focusing on 3 essential steps of the throwing process: centering,...
Teen Wheel Throwing (6 week, Oct 9 - Nov 13) Class Schedule Wednesdays, 4:00pm – 6:00pm Six-Week Session October 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13 Teaching Artist Atlas Pante Description In this six week class students ages 13-17 will begin by learning the basics, focusing on 3 essential steps of the throwing process: centering,...
Teen Wheel Throwing (6 week, Oct 9 - Nov 13) Class Schedule Wednesdays, 4:00pm – 6:00pm Six-Week Session October 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13 Teaching Artist Atlas Pante Description In this six week class students ages 13-17 will begin by learning the basics, focusing on 3 essential steps of the throwing process: centering,...
Embrace your green thumb in this Chia Pet Ceramics Workshop! This fun and engaging workshop will guide you through the process of creating whimsical ceramic figures that sprout vibrant greenery. Enjoy hands-on instruction from experienced artists, all materials included, and take home a unique, living work of art that will bring a touch of nature...
Teen Wheel Throwing (6 week, Oct 9 - Nov 13) Class Schedule Wednesdays, 4:00pm – 6:00pm Six-Week Session October 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13 Teaching Artist Atlas Pante Description In this six week class students ages 13-17 will begin by learning the basics, focusing on 3 essential steps of the throwing process: centering,...
Raku Firing (6 week, Oct 7 - Nov 11) Class Schedule Mondays, 5:30pm – 8:30pm Six-Week Session October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4, 11 Teaching Artist Suzanne Lussiere Description Immerse yourself in the ancient art of Raku pottery with our six-week Raku Firing class! This course offers an in-depth exploration of Raku, an ancient...
Please join us at ICA San Diego / North on Saturday, October 19 in celebration of Melissa Walter: Plexus. This free art event in San Diego is part of ICA's commitment to reduce barriers to contemporary art in our community. 4 PM - 6 PM | All Ages Art Activity Dive into the fascinating world...
Teen Wheel Throwing (6 week, Oct 9 - Nov 13) Class Schedule Wednesdays, 4:00pm – 6:00pm Six-Week Session October 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13 Teaching Artist Atlas Pante Description In this six week class students ages 13-17 will begin by learning the basics, focusing on 3 essential steps of the throwing process: centering,...
Teen Wheel Throwing (6 week, Oct 9 - Nov 13) Class Schedule Wednesdays, 4:00pm – 6:00pm Six-Week Session October 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13 Teaching Artist Atlas Pante Description In this six week class students ages 13-17 will begin by learning the basics, focusing on 3 essential steps of the throwing process: centering,...
Date: Tuesdays, Oct 1 - Nov 5, 5:30 - 8:30 PM Tuition: Non-member $350 General membership and above $315 (Please use discount code: ICAMEMBERSAVE at checkout) Description: In this class designed for first timers, students will learn step-by-step the fundamentals of wheel throwing, trimming and glazing. It’s a great way to get an initial experience...
Date: Mondays, Sep 30 - Nov 4, 3:30 - 5:00 PM Description: Children ages 8-12 will have the opportunity to explore how to shape clay as a creative medium. They will learn wheel throwing and hand-building techniques as well as glaze projects. From pots to animal sculpture students will practice to observe, follow through, and...
Unlock your creativity at our dynamic one-day Ceramic Decal and Collage Workshop! Perfect for all skill levels, this immersive experience will have you diving into the vibrant world of ceramic decoration. Learn innovative collage techniques and transform plain ceramics into stunning, personalized art pieces. With hands-on instruction, all materials provided, and a personal project to...
Raku is a dramatic, fast-firing process that often yields stunning results—but it’s also notoriously unpredictable. Expect cracked glaze, carbon flashes, wild textures, and, yes, breakage. In this spirit, every piece in this class is considered a test tile—a chance to embrace imperfection, learn from fire, and celebrate the unexpected.
Give it a Spin! Spend your next friend get-together or date night in our ceramics lab by giving it a spin! Our open lab hours will allow you to try out work on the wheel. If you like what you make or want to learn more, you can sign up for more in-depth classes or...
Please join us at ICA San Diego / North on Saturday, August 17 in celebration of Melissa Walter and Manuel Alejandro Rodríguez-Delgado. This free art event in San Diego is part of ICA's commitment to reduce barriers to contemporary art in our community. 4:00 - 6:00 PM | All Ages Art-Making Activity Craft a futuristic...
Give it a Spin! Spend your next friend get-together or date night in our ceramics lab by giving it a spin! Our open lab hours will allow you to try out work on the wheel. If you like what you make or want to learn more, you can sign up for more in-depth classes or...
Ages 16 and up. Skills Learn to use the wheel, how to throw, center clay, alter shapes, learn to trim and use glazes. Six Week Class Schedule Saturdays 11 AM - 2 PM Session 1 July 13, 20, 27 August 3 , 10, 17 Teaching Artist Aeriel French Price Non-member $350 General membership and above $315...
Join our Engagement Guides as they take a small group through our North campus exhibition spaces and a stroll through our outdoor sculpture garden. Sunday Tours begin at 12:30pm in the Education Pavilion (1578 S. El Camino Real). Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in. Choose your Sunday tour in Encinitas below! Note: December...
Give it a Spin! Spend your next friend get-together or date night in our ceramics lab by giving it a spin! Our open lab hours will allow you to try out work on the wheel. If you like what you make or want to learn more, you can sign up for more in-depth classes or...
Join our Engagement Guides as they take a small group through our North campus exhibition spaces and a stroll through our outdoor sculpture garden. Sunday Tours begin at 12:30pm in the Education Pavilion (1578 S. El Camino Real). Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in. Choose your Sunday tour in Encinitas below! RSVP
Join our Engagement Guides as they take a small group through our North campus exhibition spaces and a stroll through our outdoor sculpture garden. Sunday Tours begin at 12:30pm in the Education Pavilion (1578 S. El Camino Real). Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in. Choose your Sunday tour in Encinitas below! RSVP
Join our Engagement Guides as they take a small group through our North campus exhibition spaces and a stroll through our outdoor sculpture garden. Sunday Tours begin at 12:30pm in the Education Pavilion (1578 S. El Camino Real). Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in. Choose your Sunday tour in Encinitas below! RSVP
ICA San Diego invites you to join us on an underwater odyssey. Transported beneath the seas as part of ICA’s current Interface season, we’ll look closer at the science and symbiosis that connects our everyday lives, as our annual gala transforms our campus into an oceanic oasis. Here, among friends and celebration, we can ask...
Please join us for an evening of community activities at the ICA San Diego / North campus. Visit the galleries and see the exhibition, Beyond the End of the World, by world-renowned artist collective, SUPERFLEX. Learn more about our Ceramics Lab with a demo, then get your hands into some clay by participating in a...
ICA San Diego is pleased to invite you to the launch of our Interface season of exhibition, focusing on the theme of Art & Science. This year, we will present six exhibitions that invite audiences to consider how art can mediate, translate, and expand the relationship between humans and the science of everyday life. Please...
Please join us for an evening of celebration as we get a sneak peek of a musical collaboration between ICA artist-in-residence Danielle Dean and composer Mason Bynes, and unveil the first commissioned sculpture for the ICA San Diego / North Garden. The ICA will also be one of the stops on the Art Night Encinitas...
Come celebrate our fall exhibitions at ICA North! Join Danielle Dean for a tour of her exhibition, Bazar, and listen in on a conversation between Taylor Chapin and ICA Curator Jordan Karney Chaim. Before the conversation, enjoy a DJ set by Chapin’s audio-collaborator, Emily Afton. Close out the evening with live music by Austin Burns and...
Explore our exhibitions and sculpture trail through an interactive tours! Our Engagement Guides lead free, guided tours of our current exhibitions, igniting meaningful conversations and deepening the visitor’s bond with contemporary art. Free to the public. Every Sunday in October at 12:00 PM. Sunday, Sept 24 - Taylor Chapin: Tell Me About Yourself Sunday, Oct 1...
Join us to celebrate Sasha Koozel Reibstein: The End is Near the Beginning Opening Reception. Sasha Koozel Reibstein’s ceramic sculpture gives form to the mysterious and often chaotic processes of creation. Reibstein recognizes the parallels between the intense collisions of heat, energy, and pressure that ultimately form galaxies, living organisms, as well as ceramic objects,...
Join us as we recognize the work of our summer camp artists with live music, open play beach ball volleyball, free face painting, jewelry making, and still-life painting opportunities! There will be free flavorful drinks for kids (aguas frescas) and food available for purchase. ICA San Diego has hosted six weeks of summer camps for...
Celebrate the height of summer at ICA San Diego! Join us for live music and dancing in our Artist Pavilion and hilltop sculpture garden. You can enjoy food, drinks, and an incredible pom pom activity for the whole family. Don't forget to bring your hiking shoes! Program 4 PM - 8 PM | Ongoing Activities...
